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Encouraging States to establish "Veterans Tax Relief Weekends" that coincide with Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day, providing a practical way for communities across the country to recognize the service of veterans and members of the Armed Forces by providing financial relief to them.

Introduced
Apr 21, 2026
Cosponsors
10
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 21, 2026

Bill Summary

Encourages states to establish tax-free weekends for veterans around Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day.

Sponsored By

Mike Collins
Republican · Georgia · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 21, 2026
  2. Apr 21, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  3. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  4. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  5. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects veterans and members of the Armed Forces, providing them with financial relief through tax-free weekends on certain holidays.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
10backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican9
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 11%

Documents

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Cosponsors (10)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMilitary & Foreign
IntroducedApr 21, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 21, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Subjects
  • Military
  • Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.